Reflections on the Tenure/Promotion Process: Advice From Senior Colleagues
These reflections are intended to introduce you to a broad range of individual perspectives
and advice on the tenure/promotion process at UCI. Official criteria for tenure/promotion
review are described in the UC Academic Personnel Manual (APM) and the UCI Academic
Personnel Procedures (APP). UCI Academic Personnel also provides guidance to all aspects
of the Academic Personnel Review process for faculty at https://ap.uci.edu/faculty/guidance/. Please read the Guidance carefully. In no case do the commentaries offered here
supersede requirements or processes detailed in the APM and/or APP, which are always
the ‘final word’ on all things related to tenure and promotion. If you are confused
about how anything in these reflections aligns with APM/APP guidance, or want additional
clarification on any aspect of the tenure/promotion process, please consult your chair,
the School of Social Sciences Equity Advisor, the Associate Dean or Vice Associate
Dean for Faculty Development and Diversity, and/or the Associate Vice Provost for Faculty Development in the office of Academic Personnel.
Articulating Tenure Expectations in Multidisciplinary Units
Belinda Campos,
Professor and Chair, Chicano/Latino Studies; School of Medicine PRIME-LC; Department
of Psychological Science
Planning Your Academic Career with Intention
Holly M. Hapke, Ph.D.,
Director of Research Development
Getting Your Writing LIfe in Order: Productivity and Peace of Mind for Pre-Tenure Scholars
Barbara Sarnecka, Ph.D.,
Professor of Cognitive Science
How to Find an Effective Senior Faculty Advisor—and Three Things They Can Do for You
Tom Boellstorff,
Professor of Anthropology
Articulating Tenure Expectations in an Interdisciplinary Department
Eve Darian-Smith,
Professor and Chair, Department of Global and International Studies
Tips on Navigating the Pathway to Tenure/Promotion for LGBTQ Faculty
Tom Boellstorff,
Professor of Anthropology
Quantity vs Quality? Research Productivity and Strategic Planning for a Competitive Tenure Case
Barbara Sarnecka,
Professor of Cognitive Science
The Role of Your Department in the Review Process
Jeffrey A. Barrett,
Chancellor’s Professor of Logic and Philosophy of Science
Department Letters vs Chair Letters: Understanding the Difference
Matt Huffman,
Professor of Sociology
The Role of External Letters in the Review of Professors of Teaching
Angela C. Jenks,
Associate Professor of Teaching of Anthropology